Madrid based illustrator, Gabriel Moreno exhibited new works in his “More than Illustration” solo show last month. Moreno set aside 5 months to focus on the type of work that has been the basis for his career. Breaking from the bustle of ad agencies and magazines, has given Moreno the freedom to explore his subjects meticulously and focus on detail. With this show all wrapped up Moreno is now hard at work on new pieces. Check out more pieces from the show here.
Saturday April 25th, 7 – 9pm Mid-City Arts
5113 W Pico Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90019
For those that did not happen to grow up in Los Angeles, Chaka is infamous for being one of the city’s most prolific and most recognized graffiti artists. He left his mark literally all over the city-scape in the early 90s.
Now he returns with a show featuring a retrospective of styles and other new works. It will also be an opportunity for collectors to purchase a piece of the legend!
Tokyo based designer, Shohei sits at the the intersection of graphic design, illustration, and pop art. His iconic imagry and wildly vibrant palates explode from his body body of work, breaking up rising sun reds and black ink gradation. Using Japanese cultural reference as a backdrop, Shohei often focuses on a singular subject in detail with subdued overall compositions.
04.24.09 | Posted in: Art & Design
| By: Toshi Jones
Once again diving into the very public eye is the illusive Mr. Brainwash. This interview with NBC’s Carson Daily takes us into the studio with MBW and gives a mainstream view of his philosophies on street art, Los Angeles, and remaining relevant.
Most of what is said here has been said before in slight variation. Some might say well rehearsed. If you were looking for a hint of proof that Thierry Guetta is the main artist behind this mass of work, you’ll be disappointed.
Baltimore based artist Christine Buckton Tillman produces pieces that are intimate and personal. Her work is often no larger than a regulation size paper, yet it is emotive and light hearted while and at the same time powerful. Splashes of color coupled with hand drawn grid work recall intricate needle work and traditional textiles. You can pick up a piece for yourself here.
The Brewery ArtWalk is a twice annual open studio weekend at the worlds largest art colony. Each ArtWalk, over 100 resident artists participate. During this event, you will have the opportunity to see new works, discover new favorites, speak with the artists and purchase artworks directly from the artists at studio prices.
When: April 18-19, 2009 from 11 am – 6 pm
Where: 2100 North Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90031 (off the I-5 Freeway at Main Street)
Admission is free and so is parking. Come support LA’s finest artists, take home some great works and and dine at the on-site restaurant.
These stunning prints by Bryan Nash Gil capture art from nature in a lovely traslation of physical form to ink and paper. The print shown above is 52″x38.5″ and is made with ink and rollers applied to actual cross section of a tree and carefully transferred by Gil pressing the paper into the tree’s surface by hand.
Available in a limited edition of 1 at Ashes and Milk.
Curated by Arkitip artist Steven Harrington has put together an exclusive mix for Incase and Arkitip. Featuring hand picked tracks from Steven’s collection, Bang-Ga-Wrong is a 45-minute mix of early Jamaican dancehall, dub and roots reggae reworked and mixed with help from Andrew Miller. Enjoy!
Opening Reception: Saturday April 18, 6 – 9pm
@ the C E R A S O L IÂ gallery 8530- b Washington Blvd. Culver City, CA 90232
Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 11am – 6pm / Tel. 310 954 5974
Website: http://www.cerasoligallery.com
Sales Inquires contact: info@cerasoligallery.com
Granted, even if you decide not to go crazy like a kindergartener with a new coloring book, the Colour-In dress from Berber Soepboer & Michiel Schuurman still looks cool.
This dress is the latest of many inventive ideas from this Dutch fashion duo, and you’ll have to decide for yourself which is your fave.
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